A look at three players who improved their stock this offseason and couple who remain stalled.

(This list is mostly limited to players at skill positions. It was difficult to evaluate the play across the lines since hitting was prohibited and players were not wearing numbers)

Flying high

WR Kenbrell Thompkins – With many wide receivers forced to the triage unit with injuries, the undrafted Thompkins was given a bigger role in the offense and made the most of his opportunity. He showed consistent hands, a little speed and made a handful of plays that stood out during minicamp. If the 53-man roster had to be finalized today he probably would still be on the outside looking in, but he’s generated some momentum heading into next month’s training camp, where anything can happen.

TE Zach Sudfeld – Another undrafted player who made the most of injuries to players higher on the depth chart, Sudfeld was one of the pleasant surprises of the offseason program. The undrafted rookie flashed solid hands and moves well for his size (6-foot-7, 250 pounds). He spent a lot of time working with the first team and, depending on how Rob Gronkowski’s recovery from back surgery goes, could make a strong push to make the final roster.

WR Danny Amendola – Would have liked to put a less obvious name in this spot, but minicamp really was Amendola’s showcase. His speed, quickness and solid hands allowed him to pop throughout each session and he showed an ability to get deep that previously didn’t exist for the Patriots out of the slot receiver role. Considering that his chemistry with Tom Brady is already starting to come together, filling this spot can be scratched off the list of worries.

Holding pattern

WR Aaron Dobson – Things didn’t come together as quickly as hoped for the second-round pick. His hands, which were raved about coming out of the draft, didn’t show up as expected during offseason practices, as Dobson routinely dropped passes. His momentum was further slowed by an undisclosed injury during minicamp. Rookie wide receiver Josh Boyce (foot) also deserves mention here, as he was sidelined throughout the offseason program.

LB Brandon Spikes – Fair or not, Spikes lands here after skipping OTAs to work out on his own at a training facility in Florida, where he worked on his speed with the stated goal of becoming a three-down player. When Spikes returned for minicamp, he was placed on the second-team. So it’s only fair to say his progress has been put on hold even though this is probably nothing to worry about moving forward.